AP “Neretva”: “Culture for All – Repeat Performance of the Play ‘Forest Fairy Tale’.”

On Thursday, March 5, 2026, organized by the Amateur Theatre “Neretva” Konjic, a repeat performance of the play “Forest Fairy Tale” was held for students from regional and remote schools in the Konjic area.

“The repeat performance of this play was primarily intended for students from regional and remote schools who often have limited access to cultural content. With the support of local transport companies, we provided students and teaching staff with free transportation and free entry to the performance. We hope that organizing events of this kind, in cooperation with the principals of primary schools, will become our regular activity and that every child in this city will watch at least one of our plays and learn the basic theatre etiquette,” said the director of the play and president of the Amateur Theatre “Neretva” Konjic, Ena Osmanović.

Students from the regional schools Ribići, Lisičići, Orahovica, Idbar, and Grabovci, which operate within the central primary school “Čelebići,” had the opportunity before the start of the performance to become familiar with the theatre facilities, take a look behind the scenes, learn how a play is created, and experience the magic of theatre firsthand.

In addition to the students from the previously mentioned schools, the performance was also enjoyed by students from the regional schools Bradina, Podorašac, Spiljani, Bijela, Repovci, Parsovići, and Gorani, as well as by students from two first-grade classes of the central First Primary School.

This activity is the result of signing a Memorandum of Cooperation with representatives of JU Primary School “Čelebići,” JU Primary School “Parsovići,” JU “Second Primary School” Konjic, and JU “First Primary School” Konjic. Through this partnership with the schools, Amateur Theatre “Neretva” will work throughout the entire school year to ensure that students from regional and remote schools have more opportunities to attend performances, workshops, and other activities, and to participate more actively in the cultural life of the community.

Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic-https://radiokonjic.ba/ap-neretva-kultura-za-sve-repriza-predstave-sumska-bajka/

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Registrations are now open for the “Bingo konjički cener.”

The international three-day festival of sports, culture, entertainment, and tourism, “Konjic Summer Fest,” will this year be held from July 3 to 5 as part of the “Konjic Summer” event. The festival is organized by the Athletic Club Pace Konjic, under the patronage of the City of Konjic.

This year’s announcement focuses on the opening of registrations for the festival’s main sports event—the Bingo Konjic Cener—which are already available through the festival’s new online platform, www.kfs.ba. The first 100 participants will secure the most favorable registration package.

The festival’s director and organizer, Mahir Mujić, emphasizes that the festival continues to grow year by year while maintaining its distinctive concept.

“We have officially opened registrations for the Eighth International ‘Konjic Summer Fest,’ which will be held from July 3 to 5. The festival’s format remains recognizable—on the first day we have the BH Telecom business race, while the second day is reserved for the ‘Bingo Konjic Cener,’ for which registrations are already open on our new platform. This year, the course brings some novelties—it includes the newly built bridge over the Neretva near the high-rise and the promenade along both riverbanks, through which we aim to further promote the city’s beauty. Within the Cener, we are also introducing a new ‘Fun Run’ of 3.3 kilometers, designed for everyone—from children to recreational runners. We are confident that this year the festival will once again attract a large number of participants from Bosnia and Herzegovina and abroad, confirming its importance in promoting Konjic,” said Mujić.

The eighth edition of the festival confirms the continuous growth of this event, which, through sports, socializing, and a rich accompanying program, contributes to promoting Konjic as an attractive tourist destination and strengthening the local community.

Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic-https://radiokonjic.ba/otvorene-prijave-za-bingo-konjicki-cener/

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Ensemble “Rezonanca” marked 25 years of work.

The concert “For Our Souls, For Our Loved Ones” was held.

The women’s vocal ensemble “Rezonanca” from Konjic marked its 25th anniversary this evening with a ceremonial concert held in the cinema hall of the Narodni univerzitet.

Wishing to express their gratitude to their fellow citizens for their long-standing support, the choir members “gifted” them a concert, symbolically naming it “For Our Souls, For Our Loved Ones.”

The ensemble’s repertoire featured songs from various genres, which the concert audience thoroughly enjoyed.

Ceremonial gifts were presented to the president of “Rezonanca,” Biljana Handžo, by Adisa Kevrić on behalf of the Mayor of Konjic, Osman Ćatić, and by Sabina Ćukle on behalf of BZK – the Konjic City Society. A bouquet of 25 roses was presented to her by the ensemble’s youngest members.

After the concert, Biljana Handžo stated that performing in front of a local audience always brings a greater sense of nervousness.

“But we sang for our souls, for our loved ones, in a way that everyone in the hall tonight would feel good, to share with us an emotional moment that is meaningful both for us and for everyone who values culture in this city. I believe that twenty-five years is a respectable milestone, especially because it has been continuous without interruption—it is significant. Generations change; this lineup has been together for the past fifteen years, and it shows that it all makes sense. I am overjoyed that we could give our dear fellow citizens this beautiful evening for our anniversary. We are happy, and we will do it again, with more beautiful performances to come. God bless us all with health, so that we stay alive and well—there will be music again,

“Thank you to the wonderful people at Radio Konjic; you have truly been a support to us. Throughout all these twenty-five years, Radio Konjic has been by our side, and that means a lot to us,” Biljana Handžo added.

Congratulations!

Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic-https://radiokonjic.ba/ansambl-rezonanca-obiljezio-25-godina-rada/

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The Mountains of Konjic Are Becoming an Increasingly Popular Mountain Tourism Destination

Thanks to the enthusiasm of the members of the PD Borašnica Konjic, the mountain huts and shelters managed by the association are ready to welcome visitors throughout the entire year.

The mountains around Konjic are attracting an increasing number of domestic and international visitors year after year, confirming the area’s status as one of the most attractive destinations for active holidays and time spent in nature. From guests arriving from across the region to hikers coming from almost all over Europe, the mountains of Konjic are becoming an essential stop on the mountain tourism map.

As emphasized by the president of the Mountaineering Society “Borašnica,” Rasim Nuhić, the largest number of visitors come from Croatia, as well as from Serbia and Slovenia, while there is also a growing number of guests from Western European countries such as Italy, Austria, and Spain. Prenj and the surrounding mountain massifs hold particular appeal, offering an authentic nature experience throughout the year, including winter hiking tours.

One of the key reasons for the increased interest is the international hiking trail Via Dinarica, which passes through the Konjic area. This route has been internationally promoted and ranked among the world’s top destinations for trekking and mountain tourism.

The growing number of visitors also brings new challenges. The increased influx of hikers requires strong organization, planned infrastructure development, and additional preparation to ensure that time spent in the mountains is safe, enjoyable, and sustainable, while preserving the natural environment. In addition to maintaining the trails, members of the Planinarsko društvo Borašnica also maintain and equip several mountain huts — even the hut at Jezerca, although it is not managed by their association.

The Mountaineering Society “Borašnica” continuously invests efforts into equipping and maintaining its mountain huts. The facilities are adapted to both winter and summer conditions. Special attention is given to the safety of hikers. All mountain huts are equipped with open shelters that are permanently accessible in case of need or unforeseen circumstances, making them an important part of the mountain infrastructure in the Konjic area.

The president of the Mountaineering Society “Borašnica,” Rasim Nuhić, says the following about this:

“We really strive to ensure that our huts are ready for all visitors. We even provide firewood, including for the hut at Jezerca, which we do not manage. Many hikers tell us that they were able to take shelter and warm up, and that makes us happy. Each hut has its own shelter that requires no key. It would be nice if the shelters were left in the condition they were found, without leaving trash or causing damage. These shelters exist to provide protection under certain circumstances. At Rapti, it is the so-called ‘staklara’; at Vrutak, it is the ‘limara’; and at Ljubina, there is also an extended part of the shelter.”

The growing interest from both domestic and international hikers confirms that the mountains around Konjic are becoming an increasingly recognized destination for active and sustainable tourism. The natural beauty of Prenj, the enthusiasm of the members of the Planinarsko društvo Borašnica, and continuous investments in infrastructure and safety make the Konjic area ready to welcome all those seeking rest, challenge, and an authentic experience of nature in the mountains.

Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic-https://radiokonjic.ba/konjicke-planine-sve-trazenija-destinacija-planinskog-turizma/

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The vocal ensemble “Rezonanca” is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a grand concert.

This year, the vocal ensemble “Rezonanca” celebrates a significant milestone – 25 years on the music scene. On this occasion, they will give a concert for fellow citizens on Friday, February 13, at 7:00 PM, in the Cinema Hall of the Narodni univerzitet Konjic, under the symbolic title “For Our Soul, For Our Loved Ones.” Speaking to Radio Konjic about their unbreakable friendship and a musical journey spanning a quarter of a century were the ensemble’s president, Biljana Handžo, and member Samra Banda.

Speaking about what has kept the ensemble together all these years, President Biljana Handžo emphasizes that the key word is precisely – soul.

“Look, 25 years… that means the children of our members are now already attending music school. It’s an enormous period, a quarter of a century. A great story has been created, and we don’t even really know how to boast about everything we’ve accomplished. We simply work and live these 25 years, without looking back, focusing only on what comes next. It has been a beautiful quarter of a century of pure beauty,” emphasizes Biljana Handžo.

More Than a Choir – An Unbreakable Family

For the members of “Rezonanca,” rehearsals are much more than learning notes. They are a safe space where life’s challenges and joys are shared, which gives the ensemble its distinctive energy that they convey to the audience.

“We are together in our private lives as well – from celebrating birthdays and anniversaries to New Year’s Eve. Sometimes we even resemble a little ‘masonic lodge’ to ourselves, because we are there for each other in all life’s situations. The singing only begins after half an hour of conversation. We have gone through maternity breaks, health issues, and everything life brings. The essence lies in that mutual love,” explains Biljana Handžo.

A Gift for the City and Beloved People

Ensemble member Samra Banda emphasizes that the idea for the concert came from a desire to thank everyone who has supported them throughout their many years of work.

“We wanted to create a concert for all those who matter to us – close family and friends who have supported us. We set the date, Friday the 13th, which is also symbolic, and decided to give the city what we have been creating for years. We know that the people of Konjic have welcomed us,” says Samra Banda, adding that the ladies of the ensemble are their own harshest critics, holding themselves to the high standards once set by Maestro Ragib Habibija.

What Awaits Us on Friday?

Instead of a strictly classical choral program, “Rezonanca” is opting for a more relaxed repertoire and direct interaction with the audience for this jubilee performance.

“The audience will have the opportunity to hear well-known pieces they can sing along to,” said the president of the vocal ensemble, Biljana Handžo.

In the end, they warmly urged their fellow citizens to visit the Cinema Hall on Friday, warm up their vocal cords, and enjoy the music “for their soul” together with them.

Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic-https://radiokonjic.ba/vokalni-ansambl-rezonanca-slavi-25-rodjendan-velikim-koncertom/

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Konjic: Sarajevo Youth Theatre staged “Hedgehog’s Home.”

Children from Konjic’s kindergartens and primary schools enjoyed the performance of “Hedgehog’s Home,” staged by the Sarajevo Youth Theatre, as part of the second Art Comedy Fest in Konjic. The play, based on the well-known work by Branko Ćopić, once again confirmed that the universal messages about home, modesty, and dignity remain just as powerful today.

The main character of the story is Ježurka Ježić, a modest yet proud hedgehog who lives in his small home in the forest. Although the other characters – the Fox, the Wolf, the Bear, and the Wild Boar – mock him for lacking wealth and luxury, Ježurka demonstrates that a home is sacred, no matter how small or humble it may be.

Sarajevo Youth Theatre actor Mirza Dervišić spoke about the significance of the play, highlighting how powerful Ježurka’s story is on a personal level.

“This play personally reminded me of home. I read Hedgehog’s Home a long time ago as a child, but when we started working on the play together, it brought back the values of home for me. I wandered for a long time, searching for happiness elsewhere, and this story helped me realize where my home truly is. It’s a message that children immediately feel, but one that adults also quickly recognize within themselves,” Dervišić said.

Actress Anita Kajasa emphasized that Hedgehog’s Home is a special treasure that must be preserved and passed on to new generations.

“Hedgehog’s Home is both a rational and an emotional treasure. If we do not preserve Hedgehog’s Home, then what are we left with? I am extremely happy to be part of this play and sincerely hope it will run for a long time. I do not consider myself the most important person in the world, but I hope that productions like this will accompany me all the way to retirement and that we will meet many wonderful generations from the stage. One can never grow tired of Ježurka — he never becomes outdated. It is a classic, with a message that can be understood on so many levels,” Kajasa said.

She added that all of the actors felt a special sense of responsibility while working on the play, as it is based on a text by Branko Ćopić and one of the most beloved works of children’s literature in the region.

The play Hedgehog’s Home once again served as a reminder that modesty, the warmth of home, and sincere friendship are values that always find their way to children’s hearts, while remaining a powerful message for all generations.

Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic – https://radiokonjic.ba/konjic-pozoriste-mladih-sarajevo-gostovalo-s-predstavom-jezeva-kucica/

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Art Comedy Fest in Konjic: The play “Once Upon a Time on Brijuni” performed

 

Tonight in Konjic, as part of the 2nd Art Comedy Fest, the play “Once Upon a Time on Brijuni” was performed

The play, written and directed by Kokan Mladenović, is inspired by a real historical meeting between two legendary couples – Josip Broz Tito and Jovanka Broz, and Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor.

The theatrical production, featuring Branislav Trifunović and Sanja Marković as the Broz couple, and Milan Marić and Tihana Lazović as Burton and Taylor, sparked great interest and enthusiasm among the Konjic audience, who filled the cinema hall of the JU Narodni univerzitet, the festival’s organizer.

After the performance, Branislav Trifunović stated that, after two and a half years, they had finally managed to arrange the play’s guest appearance in Konjic.

“We organized our own schedule, Benjamin Mušinović was persistent, and I’m glad we are finally here. It was worth it because of the hospitality of the entire city and all its people. This meant a lot to us on a personal level, and Konjic is also mentioned in the play,” Trifunović said, noting that the play was created based on a single photograph taken on Brijuni featuring the four main protagonists.

“They spent three days together on Brijuni, alone, and that became our starting point—not only in terms of the four of them, but also the actors themselves, the meeting of two worlds, capitalism and communism, the clash between two systems, and us within that world. This text contains many of our personal elements that can be connected both to each of us individually and to the characters we portray, which made the process exciting while we were creating it and while performing it as well. This was our 90th performance,” Trifunović stated.

Milan Marić said that it was interesting for them to begin the story by addressing the question of identity and the roles we all play in life.

“We do not portray the four of them in a realistic manner; we treat them as symbols. There are not many records of that meeting, and that made it interesting for us to begin the research phase of the process. The play is demanding—almost two hours of continuous performance—and is largely based on our own inspiration, but we love performing it,” Marić said, emphasizing that theatre fascinates him because the exchange between the people on stage and the audience creates a unique story.

The aim of the Art Comedy Fest is to strengthen the region’s tourism potential through film and theatre arts and cultural activities. The festival is designed so that participants, during their stay in Konjic, can explore the area’s tourist attractions and cultural-historical landmarks. In this spirit, the actors from the play “Once Upon a Time on Brijuni” and their collaborators had the opportunity to get to know Konjic from this perspective as well and to enjoy local culinary specialties offered under the “Made in Konjic” initiative.

Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic- https://radiokonjic.ba/art-comedy-fest-u-konjicu-odigrana-predstava-bilo-jednom-na-brijunima/

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“Art Comedy Fest” brings a fusion of film and theatrical art to Konjic

 

“This is a festival of engaged comedy, which in a way combines everything that is recent in both film and theater. Our goal is to make our audience laugh with high-quality and thought-provoking comedies during the month of February. Our partner, Una Film, has provided us with the title ‘Ozi: Voice of the Forest,’ a beautifully synchronized animated film for elementary school students from first to fifth grade of the First Primary School in Konjic, which will be shown on Thursday, February 5, at 10 a.m.,” said Mušinović.

The official opening of the “Art Comedy Fest” will take place on Saturday, February 7, when the most-watched hit play in the region, “Once Upon a Time on Brijuni,” will be performed. The play features outstanding actors and is inspired by the real historical meeting of two legendary couples—Josip Broz Tito and Jovanka Broz, as well as Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor, emphasized the director of the Konjic Public University.

“For several months in the past period, we have been communicating with the producer Jovan Todorovski and the artistic and educational production ‘Joca Art’ from Belgrade, which, in collaboration with the Bitef Theater, produced the most-watched and significant regional theatrical work, ‘Once Upon a Time on Brijuni,’ directed by Kokan Mladenović. Well-known faces appear in this theater production, and with the performance of this play, we will officially open the 2nd ‘Art Comedy Fest’ on February 7 at 7:30 p.m. What I find important to highlight is that we have really brought the most significant regional theater and film names—those who are present in the most-watched series and theater productions. They are familiar to us because their work has been adapted for screen in the series ‘Tajkun’ and the famous film ‘Toma.’ The lead actor from the film, Milan Marić, is part of the ensemble in this play, playing the main role. Also, Sanja Marković, who portrayed Toma Zdravković’s wife in ‘Toma,’ is part of the cast. There are also two well-known names, a married couple, who are not only an outstanding film and theater duo but also in real life—Branislav Bane Trifunović and Tihana Lazović Trifunović. It’s a beautiful story about the meeting of Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor with Josip Broz Tito and Jovanka Broz on Brijuni. There is a little about this real meeting in Burton’s diary entries, which served as the foundation to develop the storyline, with some details imagined, so to speak, to make the narrative more interesting and to give it a contemporary touch,” said Mušinović.

On Monday, February 9, the final day of the “Art Comedy Fest,” the Youth Theatre Sarajevo will perform the play “The Hedgehog’s House,” while in the evening, there will be a screening of the currently most-watched regional film “The Wedding.”

“We will have the opportunity to see a beautiful theatrical work for children. We are always in need of returning to our home, to the context of the home, its beauty, and the community told in ‘The Hedgehog’s House’ by Branko Ćopić, which has been shaped in a scientific theatrical way by Dubravka Zrnčić-Kulenović and the entire ensemble of the Youth Theatre Sarajevo. The play will be performed on Monday at 1 p.m. for students from first to sixth grade of the Second Primary School in Konjic, as well as for the kindergartens ‘Zulejha Begeta’ and ‘Happy Kids.’ In the evening, at 7:30 p.m., we will officially close the festival with a film screening of ‘The Wedding,’ an excellent film and currently the most-watched in the region, starring Dragan Bjelogrlić and Rene Bitorajac,” said Benjamin Mušinović, Director of the Konjic Public University. He invited the people of Konjic to attend the events of this year’s “Art Comedy Fest,” which is dedicated to the most famous regional film and theater productions. Mušinović also thanked everyone who supported this year’s edition of the “Art Comedy Fest.” The general media sponsor will be Radio Konjic.

Source of text and photos – Radio Konjic: https://radiokonjic.ba/art-comedy-fest-donosi-spoj-filmske-i-teatarske-umjetnosti-u-konjic/

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A Fairy Tale of Friendship and Nature: Premiere of the Play “Forest Fairy Tale” on the AP Neretva Stage

Well-known fairy-tale characters, children’s imagination, and messages of togetherness and environmental awareness in a new play directed by Ena Osmanović

 

 

 

The premiere of the play “Forest Fairy Tale”, directed by Ena Osmanović, will be performed tomorrow on the stage of the Amateur Theatre Neretva. Through encounters, play, and song, this fairy-tale story leads the audience into the magical world of the forest, conveying messages of friendship, togetherness, and nature conservation.

The idea for the play was born during theatre workshops, inspired by children’s imagination, as a blend of two classic fairy tales – Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The forest, as a shared motif of both stories, became the meeting place of well-known characters and the foundation for a new, unique stage adventure.

Although rooted in the original fairy tales, “Forest Fairy Tale” introduces certain fresh elements, retaining recognizable characters while offering a contemporary approach and innovative stage solutions. The performance features 33 children from the Children’s Stage of AP Neretva, who bring to life as many as 50 different characters, making this production both special and dynamic.

In addition to play, song, and stage movement, the performance carries strong messages intended for both children and adults – messages of friendship, togetherness, environmental awareness, and love for theatre.

In the realization of the project, alongside director Ena Osmanović and the young performers, Amina Gakić and Almir Alić also participated, enhancing the magic with music and lighting effects.

The premiere of “Forest Fairy Tale” will take place on Friday, January 30, starting at 7:00 PM, on the AP Neretva stage. Tickets are priced at 4 KM, the performance lasts approximately 45 minutes, and it is intended for the whole family.

Source of text and photos: Radio Konjic –https://radiokonjic.ba/bajka-o-prijateljstvu-i-prirodi-premijera-predstave-sumska-bajka-na-sceni-ap-neretva/

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Public Call for the Submission of Applications for the Award of Non-Refundable Grants within the Project “Sustainable Tourism for Green Development along the Via Dinarica Trails in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Via Dinarica III)” – Improvement of Accommodation Infrastructure

The Public Call for the Submission of Applications for the Award of Non-Refundable Grants is an activity within the third phase of the Via Dinarica Project (“Sustainable Tourism for Green Development along the Via Dinarica Trails in Bosnia and Herzegovina”). The Via Dinarica Project is financed by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) through the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), and is implemented and co-financed by the United Nations Development Programme in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNDP BiH). The project is implemented in cooperation with domestic partners – the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Relations of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Federal Ministry of Environment and Tourism, and the Ministry of Trade and Tourism of the Republika Srpska. This Call is also co-financed by the Federal Ministry of Environment and Tourism.

The Via Dinarica initiative aims to promote significant natural and cultural resources of the Western Balkans, enable adventure and recreational activities for nature lovers from around the world, and preserve mountain areas, cultures, and landscapes that represent an oasis of unspoiled nature in Europe.

The specific objectives of this Public Call are to support the development of accommodation infrastructure and to support the improvement of tourism services in the field of sustainable tourism and the green and circular economy along the Via Dinarica trails and sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

In line with the above, this Public Call for the submission of applications refers to the following priority area:

Priority Area 1: Improvement of accommodation infrastructure along the Via Dinarica trails and sites.

Out of the total available financial resources under this Public Call, for Priority Area 1 the total available funds amount to BAM 125,000.00, intended to support 5 top-ranked project proposals.

Non-refundable grants per application may range from a minimum of BAM 16,000.00 to a maximum of BAM 25,000.00. For each project, the applicant must ensure co-financing of at least 30% of the total project value (30% co-financing by the applicant and 70% co-financing from the project fund of this Call).

THE PUBLIC CALL IS OPEN FROM 20 JANUARY 2026 UNTIL 17 FEBRUARY 2026 AT 5:00 PM.

How to apply?

Step 1: Read the document Guidelines for Applicants, which contains all information on the eligibility criteria, as well as instructions for completing and submitting the application.

Step 2: Download the accompanying documentation for applying to the Public Call:

• Annex I (Project Proposal)
• Annex II (Budget)
• Annex III (Activity Plan)
• Annex IV (Letter of Intent – Co-financing)
• Annex IVa (Letter of Intent – Additional Co-financing)
• Annex V (Partnership Statement)

Text and photography source: https://javnipoziv.undp.ba/FormAnswer/IndexForm/188

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